MONOLITH ON THE MESA GETS A CUSTOM BEER TO CELEBRATE MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL COURTESY OF TAOS MESA BREWING COMPANY

Monolith on the Mesa music and arts festival kicks off with a pre-party on Thursday, May 16th. The festival itself runs through Saturday evening but fans should try not to miss the after party. See full details and line-up below or click HERE. Dialing it up a notch -- possibly to elev-uhn! -- the brew master at the Taos Mesa Brewing Company has created a special beer just for the festival. Take a glimpse at production of this amazing commemorative beer in a short video HERE.

We asked Jayson Wylie President and Director of Brewing Operations at Taos Mesa Brewing Company to answer a few questions about what they’ve come up with.

Q: What kind of beer is it? What is the alcohol content? Will this be on tap or in cans only?
A: This is a light session-able IPA, coming in at 5% ABV. The clean and crisp malt character compliments the subtle fruit hop aroma and flavor. It is the perfect session beer to imbibe while getting crushed by the low end of the Monolith experience.

Q: How big will this run of festival branded beer be?
A: This is a limited run, brewed specifically for the Monolith festival. We brewed 112 cases and hope to sell them all at Monolith this year.

Q: Where will the beer be available for purchase? Can festival attendees buy some to take home?
A: The beer will only be available for purchase at TMB locations. Take home beer will not be available until Saturday night at the festival.

Q: Can the brew master explain his idea about brewing this batch for the festival?
A: Taos Mesa Brewing has always appreciated the synergy between music and beer. What better way to coalesce this ideology with beer in a can designed to complete the sensory experience. Not only can you hear the music, you can taste it and see it represented in the Monolith Sessions package.

Festival founder Dano Sanchez enthuses “What the brew master has done with this creation shows so much passion for our festival. This year has been a roller coaster of emotions and hard work, this brew is really the cherry on top! Jayson has gone above and beyond with the Monolith Sessions beer. I am stoked that we have worked as a team and kept the course for Monolith on the Mesa! Now we are beyond ready to welcome fans from near and far.” His partner Roman Barhman adds “Having a beer made for Monolith is so cool. Really it’s like having a time capsule in a can. I appreciate Taos Mesa Brewery for doing that.”

 
 

MONOLITH ON THE MESA FEATURES BANDS LIKE OM, THE OBSESSED, DEAD MEADOW, THE WELL, TIA CARRERA, WOVENHAND, PINKISH BLACK AND MORE
festival location is Taos Mesa Brewing (The Mothership and Taos Tap Room)
visual artists include Christian Ristow, Christina Sporrong, JP Rodman and the Mad Alchemist Liquid Light Show

(Taos, New Mexico) – The festival features an indoor stage (400 people capacity) and an outdoor “earthship” amphitheatre which holds 1,500 people. This allows an intimate experience for guests and performers. Music will begin daily at 11:30 am and will alternate between the indoor and outdoor stages. Hotel Luna Mystica is located adjacent to the venue and offers guests camping and the exclusive “Monolith Experience” in the form of a custom, vintage trailer park. Vendors can be found on both properties and will include artisans, record labels, food trucks and more.

DATES AND TIMES:
Box office opens at 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Venue doors open to the public at 11 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

THURSDAY MAY 16TH 2019 Pre-festival Party doors open at 6 p.m.
PREY FOR KALI- 6:15-6:45
THE HORNED GOD- 7:00-7:30
TEETH- 7:45-8:15
ARTICLE 15- 8:30-9:00
BEARD- 9:15-9:45
RED MESA-10:00-10:30
BLACK MARIA- 10:45-11:15
BLACK MAGIC FLOWER POWER- 11:30-12:15

FRIDAY MAY 17TH 2019
OUTSIDE STAGE: OM- 10:30-12:00
INSIDE STAGE: WINO ACOUSTIC-9:45-10:30
OUTSIDE STAGE: DEAD MEADOW-8:45-9:45
INSIDE STAGE: TIA CARRERA-8:00-8:45
OUTSIDE STAGE: WOVENHAND-7:15-8:00
INSIDE STAGE: STONE-DEAF- 6:30-7:15
OUTSIDE STAGE: TRUE WIDOW- 5:45-6:30
INSIDE STAGE: LORD BUFFALO- 5:00-5:45
OUTSIDE STAGE: GREEN DRUID- 4:15-5:00
INSIDE STAGE: ORYX- 3:45-4:15
OUTSIDE STAGE: WEEED 3:00-3:45
INSIDE STAGE: SUPERGIANT- 2:30-300
OUTSIDE STAGE: SPIRIT MOTHER- 1:45-2:30
INSIDE STAGE: YOU- 1:15-1:45
INSIDE STAGE: VIA VENGEANCE- 12:30-1:00
INSIDE STAGE: DEEP CROSS- 11:45-12:15

SATURDAY MAY 18TH 2019
OUTSIDE STAGE: THE OBSESSED- 11:00-12:00
INSIDE STAGE: THE WELL- 10:15-11:00
OUTSIDE STAGE: HEAVY EYES- 9:30-10:15
INSIDE STAGE: PINKISH BLACK- 8:45-9:30
OUTSIDE STAGE: EYE- 7:45-8:45
INSIDE STAGE: ITCOS- 7:00-7:45
OUTSIDE STAGE: CASTLE- 6:15-7:00
INSIDE STAGE: PALEHORSE- 5:45-6:15
OUTSIDE STAGE: CRYPT TRIP- 5:00-5:45
INSIDE STAGE: COMMUNION- 4:15-5:00
OUTSIDE STAGE: PHARLEE- 3:30-4:20
INSIDE STAGE: LOOM- 2:45-3:30
OUTSIDE STAGE: YATRA- 2:00-2:45
INSIDE STAGE: SORXE- 1:30-2:00
OUTSIDE STAGE: THE MUNSENS- 12:45-1:30
INSIDE STAGE: DYSPHOTIC- 12:15-12:45
INSIDE STAGE: DEVIL’S THRONE-11:30-12:00

SATURDAY MAY 18TH 2019 – AFTER PARTY STARTS AT 11:30 P.M.
INSIDE STAGE: LORD DYING (headliner)
INSIDE STAGE: YEAR OF THE COBRA
tickets on sale now:
https://www.monolithonthemesa.com

EVENT LISTED ONLINE:
https://www.monolithonthemesa.com
https://www.facebook.com/
https://www.taosmesabrewing.com/
https://holdmyticket.com/event/334468

TICKET INFORMATION:
May 16th: Pre-party Show ticket at $25 HERE.
May 17-18 Two Day Pass at $125 HERE.
May 17-18 Two Day Pass with camping access at $155 HERE.
May 17th (Day One) Single Day Pass at $70 HERE.
May 18th (Day Two) Single Day Pass at $70 HERE.

Rain or shine event! No refunds!

ART INSTALLATIONS:
Christian Ristow
Christina Sporrong
JP Rodman

FESTIVAL SPONSORS:
Sponsorship opportunities are available to companies and organizations that share the festivals outlook on music and consciousness.

Select sponsors include (full list below):
Magical Tattoo-Taos, New Mexico’s premier tattoo shop.

Black Arts Toneworks-Amp Smashers Union: Handbuilt Electric Guitar/Bass/Keyboard distortion/boost and fuzz pedals.

Worshiper Cabinets: blood, sweat, volume.

Hotel Luna Mystica: vintage trailer and starlight campground.

El Monte Sagrado: Northern New Mexico’s most exclusive luxury resort.

VANS: "off the wall" shoe and fashion brand

FIND MONOLITH ON THE MESA ONLINE:
https://www.monolithonthemesa.com
https://www.facebook.com/monolithonthemesa
https://www.instagram.com/monolithonthemesa

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